Compare performance (210 HP vs 225 HP), boot space and price (29100 £ vs 25200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Citroen C5 Aircross or Vauxhall Astra?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Astra has a somewhat advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £ , while the Citroen C5 Aircross costs 29100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3943 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Astra manages with 2.20 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 2.50 L. The difference is about 0.30 L per 100 km.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Astra: with 15.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s somewhat more efficient than the Citroen C5 Aircross with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 520 km, about 101 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Astra has a slight edge – offering 225 HP compared to 210 HP. That’s roughly 15 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Astra is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Citroen C5 Aircross takes 8.30 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Astra performs barely noticeable better – reaching 235 km/h, while the Citroen C5 Aircross tops out at 220 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Vauxhall Astra pulls somewhat stronger with 360 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Vauxhall Astra is clearly perceptible lighter – 1341 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 288 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Citroen C5 Aircross offers evident more room – 565 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Citroen C5 Aircross performs a bit better – up to 1668 L, which is about 329 L more than the Vauxhall Astra.
When it comes to payload, Vauxhall Astra slight takes the win – 509 kg compared to 471 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra proves to be won narrowly and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Astra is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Citroën C5 Aircross feels like a sofa on wheels, delivering a calm, floaty ride and clever packaging that makes life with luggage and kids noticeably easier. Quirky French styling and a supremely practical, family-focused cabin mean it quietly wins hearts by prioritising comfort over showroom bravado.
detailsThe Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
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Price
29100 - 41600 £
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Price
25200 - 40500 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 5.4 L
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 6 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.40 kWh
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Electric Range
81 - 520 km
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Electric Range
82 - 419 km
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Battery Capacity
17.8 - 73 kWh
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Battery Capacity
51 kWh
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
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co2
0 - 135 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
55 L
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Fuel tank capacity
42 - 52 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1629 - 2184 kg
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Curb weight
1341 - 1736 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 L
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Trunk capacity
352 - 422 L
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Length
4650 mm
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Length
4374 mm
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Width
1870 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Height
1432 - 1488 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1668 L
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Max trunk capacity
1268 - 1339 L
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Payload
446 - 471 kg
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Payload
414 - 509 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
145 - 210 HP
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Power HP
130 - 225 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 11.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
170 - 220 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 235 km/h
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Torque
230 - 300 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
107 - 157 kW
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Power kW
96 - 165 kW
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1199 - 1598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2023 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C, B
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Brand
Citroen
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Brand
Vauxhall
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The Citroen C5 Aircross is available as Front-Wheel Drive.